Something I just had to share...

[Ozzie's Mom]

I Adopted Your Pet Today


I adopted your pet today...
The one you left at the pound;
The one you had for ten years
And no longer wanted around.

I adopted your pet today...
Did you know that he's lost weight?
Did you know he's scared and depressed
And seems to have lost all faith?

I adopted your pet today...
He had fleas and a little cold;
Guess you don't care what shape he's in
— You abandoned him I am told.

I adopted your pet today...
Were you having a baby or moving away?
Did you suddenly develop allergies,
Or was there NO reason he couldn't stay?

I adopted your pet today...
He doesn't play or even eat much;
I guess he's very sad inside and
It'll take time for him to trust.

I adopted your pet today...
And here he is going to stay;
He's found his FOREVER home
And a warm bed in which to lay.

I adopted your pet today...
And shall give him all that he will need
— Patience, love, and security,
So he can forget your selfish deed.


- Author Unknown

This is dedicated to all of us who give unwanted, unloved birdies a second chance at life. For all your hard work, dedication and commitment .... our birdies thank you!!!!! :clap :clap :clap

[chromasnake]

Very appropriate and a fitting tribute.

[Janie]

:cry: :cry: :cry: I've never read that before. It rings very true for so many unwanted pets. Thanks for sharing.

[wilkiecoco]

So very sad and unfortunately so very true! :cry: I wish everyone would read this before taking on the responsibility of caring for a loving pet. Thanks for posting this.

[Christine9]

I like that poem as well. I actually posted it in a thread a couple of months ago. (Maybe someone can merge the two threads.)

http://www.lovebirdsplus.com/community/showthread.php?t=8837

I agree, people really should read it before buying any pet. Or at least before giving up on the ones they have.

[dovelady4]

Since most of our animals are rescues in one form or other, this poem really means a lot! Thanks for posting it, especially after receving my new lovie from a friend on Friday. :)

[dani]

That poem is very beautiful and very true.
Everyone should read it.

[Kathryn]

Thank you for sharing. Wish I could give copies to everyone who has dropped off an unwanted pet on our road!!

[Screamer]

That's a keeper.